Question 1

How to install curlie on Linux without using package managers?

Accepted Answer

You can download a binary package from the GitHub releases page or use webi with a curl command, as shown in the README. Ensure curl is installed separately for curlie to function.

Question 2

Curlie vs HTTPie: which is better for daily API testing?

Accepted Answer

Curlie is ideal if you need full curl compatibility and real-time streaming, while HTTPie is a standalone tool with a simpler interface. Choose curlie for advanced curl features with user-friendly syntax.

Question 3

How to send a POST request with JSON data using curlie?

Accepted Answer

Use the syntax 'curlie POST URL item=value', similar to HTTPie. For example, 'curlie POST example.com name=John age=30' sends JSON, and you can add headers or curl options as needed.

Question 4

Does curlie support OAuth or other auth methods like curl?

Accepted Answer

Yes, curlie supports all authentication methods that curl does, via curl options. Use flags like -u for basic auth or --oauth2-bearer for OAuth, as it passes through to curl.

Question 5

How can I debug the exact curl command curlie runs?

Accepted Answer

Use the --curl option to print the underlying curl command, which is useful for verification or learning, as mentioned in the README's differences with httpie section.

Question 6

What are the main drawbacks of using curlie compared to raw curl?

Accepted Answer

Curlie adds overhead with its frontend layer and may have a slight learning curve for curl purists, but it simplifies syntax and output formatting without sacrificing curl's power.

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